Podcast 028 – “Unexpected Homeschool Mom – Strategies to Help you Thrive” with Angie Forrester

https://ariseministriescollective.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/028-Pandemic-Education-Pt.-2-w-Angie-Forester.mp3 Whether fully homeschooling, supervising online learning, or doing a model that integrates both, we want to help you thrive. Join Lisa DaSilva and longtime homeschool mother of 5 Angie Forrester as they talk through some strategies and offer Christ-centered perspective. Find more conversations about Covid-19 education options along with helpful tips and resources in previous podcasts in our Unexpected Homeschool Mom series by clicking here and here. Show Notes Strategies to Foster Success Have a Family Meeting Make a Plan: Here’s an basic idea of how much time it will take to get through school based on age: 1st-3rd – about 2.5 hours  (this time is very parent lead); 4th-6th – about 3.5 to 4 hours (this time is about half parent lead and the rest student lead); Jr High & High School – about 6 hours (this time is mostly student lead with tutors or online support as needed) Create a School Area and Practical Structures  Actively Engage and Be Interested in Your Student’s Learning Have Fun and Make Memories Give (and accept) Grace Make Christ the Center Scripture References John 14:27 (NLT) “I am leaving you with a gift—peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don’t be troubled or afraid.” Philippians 4:6–7 (NKJV) “Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.”  Genral Resources and Links For updates on State Law requirements:  https://hslda.org/ Exodus Books is Angie’s favorite homeschool bookstore. It’s small and family owned, so if you have any questions they are very helpful in working out what will be the best fit for your family. Charlotte Mason Resources and Links: Wild and Free: Charlotte Mason inspired podcasts & content bundles. They also have small nature groups that gather around the country to enhance your homeschool experience. Sonlight: Rich literature and hands-on science. My Father’s World: Similar to Sonlight, and in the past have been a little more affordable. Beautiful Feet: History book collections that teach through the power of story. Ambleside: A free resource. Classical Education Resources and Links: Classical Conversations: Nationwide local communities with weekly classes. Logos Online School: Classical Christian School with classes online. Calvert Academy: Offers online classes or box set resources. “Box Set” Classroom Links and Resources: Abeka – Online or boxed curriculum options Bob Jones Press Closing Thoughts Our hope and prayer is that you would cling to the hope in Christ as you navigate this season of life at home. May these suggestions and resources bring calm and clarity, and may you rest in the unwavering truth that you truly are the very best teacher your children have. With great expectation as you embrace this hard holy work, Angie and Lisa   Meet Our Guests About Angie Forrester: A northwest native, Angie enjoys spending her time cultivating gardens and young minds including her five “free-range” children.  She has been a home educator for 9 years, working alongside other mamas to build community for homeschool families.  As a lifelong learner you may find her reciting Latin, reading aloud to her children, or applying National Park stickers to her water bottle from her most recent adventure.             About Lisa Da Silva: Lisa has never (ever) officially homeschooled her children, and is increasingly thankful that her kids are young adults with schools that are pulling off remote learning with great success. She is passionate about education and loved being a public school teacher before starting a family. She is honored to be the Director of Arise Ministries Collective, and longs to see women transformed by the gospel of Jesus Christ. She is willing and ready to come alongside all the mamas with children unexpectedly at home during this season.    The post Podcast 028 – “Unexpected Homeschool Mom – Strategies to Help you Thrive” with Angie Forrester first appeared on Arise Ministries Collective.